Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in Topeka, KS. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and installing a range of equipment—from pneumatic and hydraulic systems to AC/DC electrical systems. .

Key Responsibilities

• System Repairs & Installations:

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and install pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control valves, and centrifugal/positive displacement pumps.

  • Diagnose and repair AC/DC electrical systems, reading schematics and utilizing Volt-Ohm meters, amp meters, and oscilloscopes.

• Preventative & Corrective Maintenance:

  • Contribute to preventative maintenance programs and assist with work order tracking.

  • Respond to maintenance calls, inspect machinery, develop repair lists, and identify both short-term and long-term solutions.

• Multi-Craft Repairs:

  • Perform interrelated repairs on electrical and mechanical systems, including high-voltage wiring (480V 3-phase motors).

  • Operate and assist with the use of lathes, mills, arc welders, and Heliarc welders for repair and fabrication tasks.

• Team Support & Training:

  • Assist entry-level mechanics with challenging repairs and provide technical guidance.

  • Work effectively under pressure to restore equipment functionality and maximize operational uptime.

Qualifications

• Technical Expertise:

  • Proven base knowledge in mechanical maintenance repair, with an emphasis on electrical and multi-craft repairs.

  • Extensive understanding of AC/DC electrical systems, including the ability to read schematics and operate electrical testing equipment.

  • Familiarity with Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs) and high-voltage wiring.

• Experience & Education:

  • Preferred: At least two years of hands-on training or experience in mechanical/electrical repair within a manufacturing environment.

  • Technical school training in mechanical or electrical repair is a plus.

  • Welding experience is advantageous.

• Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift between 15 to 50 pounds.

  • Capable of standing and walking for extended periods and performing tasks that require climbing, bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and stretching.

  • Comfortable working in environments with extreme temperatures, high humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces.

• Additional Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years old.

  • A hands-on electrical skills test is required prior to the in-person interview.

• Nice-to-Haves:

  • Electrical certification and maintenance manufacturing experience.